Job description

Director of Community Day Services (CDS)
Ada S. McKinley Chicago, IL

“Come Join our Team”

Ada S. McKinley has been providing services for over 100 years. Staff members assist people by providing support to help them achieve their fullest potential to thrive in their communities.

Description

• The Director of Community Day Services (CDS) provides leadership, supervision and support for the adult CDS program.
• They ensure staff members maintain a person-centered philosophy in all aspects of service and are responsible for the development of systems that overall impact the structure and quality of the program.
• The Director of CDS promotes a positive and therapeutic environment that is responsive to the needs of the individuals served, the staff providing the services, and reflects the mission of the organization.
• The Director of Community Day Services will report directly to the Vice President of Community Day Services.

• Provide leadership, supervision, training and support to all direct reports, while promoting a person-centered environment and self-advocacy concepts.
• Provide administrative support in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include but are not limited to recruiting, onboarding, and training employees.
• Ensure delivery and/or coordination of all Community Day Services are in compliance with DHS Rule 119 and 120, agency mission, agency policy and procedure, program guidelines and best practice.

• Provide input into the development of departmental goals, guidelines and practices to ensure efficient program operation.
• Track all necessary data for departmental goals and outcomes.

• Provide leadership to day program services that person-centered activities and curriculum- based programs are scheduled, organized, and implemented across all day service programming.
• Assist with the intake process for screening and program placement for CDS programs.
• Effectively carry out other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of three years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Minimum of two years’ supervisory/administrative experience.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Knowledge of and experience in working with regulatory agencies and funding sources, including the application of Rule 119, BQM and BALC standards.
• Valid Driver’s license

Ada S. McKinley Community Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, or age. In addition, the agency offers special programs that provide training and employment opportunities for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, giving them an opportunity to live with dignity and become self-sufficient.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60616: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• supervisory: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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